2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rondo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
