2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Sorento (314 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Megane | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2056 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
