2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Kia Sedona 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sedona | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |