2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carnival | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
