2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 118 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
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, 1999 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Doblo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 80.5 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 Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
