2007 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 146 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. 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, 2005 Renault Megane (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 128 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
