2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
