1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 776 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.
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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | Megane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
