2008 Fiat Linea vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Fiat Linea 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Linea (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Fiat Linea.
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 Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (192 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Linea | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Linea | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
