2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 371 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
