2008 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
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 Renault Megane (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Megane | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
