2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio 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 Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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, 2003 Renault Megane (192 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Palio | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |