1996 Kia Sephia vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 10 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, 2006 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sephia | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
