2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2005 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 Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Stilo | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |