1999 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 13 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos.
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 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2012 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Megane | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
