2002 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 762 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 Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Megane | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1844 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |