1996 Kia Retona vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1996 Kia Retona 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 545 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Retona | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Retona | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |