1996 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 179 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio.
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, 1996 Renault Megane (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Megane | Rio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
