1999 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 148 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Megane | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Megane | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |