2008 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2008 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 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Megane | Livina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
