2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Punto and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Megane (105 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1650 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
