2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Megane weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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 Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
