2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
