1999 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 14 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 702 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Megane | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Renault | Infiniti |
Model | Megane | M |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1827 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |