2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Renault Megane (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Strada | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
