2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Renault Megane (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
