2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 260 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 74 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio II | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 74 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
