1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Serena | Megane |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
