2006 Kia Pregio vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Kia Pregio and 2006 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 640 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane.
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, 2006 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 (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Pregio | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 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 | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
