2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 785 kg more than 2009 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sedona | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
