2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 251 kg more than 2007 Fiat Croma.
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 Fiat Croma (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
