2003 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 789 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Megane | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 108 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
