2008 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Megane would be higher. Both 2008 Renault Megane and 2011 Kia Carens are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Megane (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 554 kg more than 2008 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 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Megane | Carens |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
