2007 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 1 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 263 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, 2006 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
