2002 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 179 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
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, 2002 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Megane | Rio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
