2002 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 232 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 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Megane | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
