2007 Renault Megane vs. 2003 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2003 Nissan Primera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2003 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Megane | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
