1999 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 11 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. Both 1999 Renault Megane and 2010 Nissan Qashqai are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 130 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Megane | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
