1996 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 215 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa.
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 Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Versa 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 Versa | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Megane | Versa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
