2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto.
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, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
