1998 Nissan Skyline vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1998 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Skyline | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Skyline | Megane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2569 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
