2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 316 kg more than 2006 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Ducato | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |