2003 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Renault Megane | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Megane | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |