1999 Nissan Pickup vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
Because 1999 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Pickup | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pickup | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
