2008 Renault Megane vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Megane | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
