2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
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 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Altima | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
