2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2002 Renault Megane | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |