2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2012 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Cee'd | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
