2007 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 78 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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, 2004 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
