2005 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Kia Rio 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Rio | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |