2007 Fiat Multipla vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Multipla and 2007 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Multipla. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Fiat Multipla. 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, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Multipla | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Multipla | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
