2011 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 128 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Megane | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Megane | Venga |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
