2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Grande Punto and 2008 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
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 Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Renault Megane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Grande Punto | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |