2007 Kia Carnival vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1999 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (134 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carnival | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
