1996 Kia Avella vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1996 Kia Avella and 1996 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault Megane (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Avella | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |