2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1998 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Megane (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Renault Megane.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Megane. (196 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan X-Trail | 1998 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | X-Trail | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
