2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 6 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. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | QX56 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
