2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
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, 2012 Renault Megane (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio II | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
