2007 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 92 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest.
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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Megane | Quest |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
