2001 Kia Carens vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. 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, 2007 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Carens | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carens | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
