2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Punto 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 311 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 2007 Renault Megane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Punto | Megane |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |