2002 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2010 Nissan Rogue 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 221 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Rogue 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 Rogue | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Megane | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
