2007 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Megane | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
