2008 Kia Carens vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carens | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
