2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Stilo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 209 kg more than 2004 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 Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
