2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 313 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
