2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 780 kg more than 1996 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 Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
