2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 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 (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Bravo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
