2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 295 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane.
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, 2001 Renault Megane (158 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio II | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
