2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 226 kg more than 2007 Fiat Siena. 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, 1996 Renault Megane (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Siena | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
