1999 Renault Megane vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 43 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Megane | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Megane | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1285 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |