2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 940 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ducato | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
