2006 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Megane | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
