1999 Renault Megane vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 743 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.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Megane | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
