2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo 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, 2009 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (150 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Kalos | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
