2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2002 Nissan Terrano II and 2002 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 784 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Terrano II | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Terrano II | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
