1996 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Renault Megane | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Megane | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |