2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo 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 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 49 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rondo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
