2001 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 10 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
