1996 Kia Sephia vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Sephia.
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, 1999 Renault Megane (134 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Sephia | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sephia | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
