2000 Nissan Maxima vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Maxima | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Maxima | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
