2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 558 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.
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, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carnival | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
