2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 5 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Bravo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
