1999 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. 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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
