2006 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 970 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Megane | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
