1996 Nissan Presea vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 182 kg more than 1996 Nissan Presea.
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, 1996 Nissan Presea (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Presea | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Presea | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |