2005 Renault Megane vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 161 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 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Megane | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
