2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 700 kg more than 2008 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, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
