1999 Nissan Pickup vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 8 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, 2007 Renault Megane (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 120 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Pickup | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pickup | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
