2006 Kia Pregio vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 955 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Pregio | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
