2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo 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. Both 2009 Fiat Bravo and 2002 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Bravo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
