2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 3 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 187 kg more than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
