2006 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 147 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Megane | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Megane | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |