2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sentra | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
