2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane.
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, 2006 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Bravo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
