2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 631 kg more than 1999 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 Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
