2005 Kia Cerato vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Kia Cerato and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (118 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Kia Cerato. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Kia Cerato. 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, 2005 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Cerato | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Cerato | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
