2011 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2011 Fiat Grande Punto and 2011 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane. 2011 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Fiat Grande Punto | 2011 Renault Megane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Grande Punto | Megane |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |