2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Megane (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Megane weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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 Strada (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Strada | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
