2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Doblo and 2006 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Fiat Doblo. 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, 2006 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Doblo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
