1996 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 17 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 234 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.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Megane | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
