2002 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 9 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 43 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.
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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Megane | Forte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
