2001 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. Both 2001 Kia Sportage and 2002 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 207 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
