2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1997 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 832 kg more than 1997 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1997 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Navara | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2122 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
