2009 Kia Venga vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga. 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, 2003 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Venga | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Venga | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1390 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
