2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 354 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Cee'd | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
