2005 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 446 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2006 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1390 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
