2001 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 19 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane.
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, 2010 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Renault | Daewoo |
| Model | Megane | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
