2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 668 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
