2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
