2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 175 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
