2008 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 74 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa.
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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Megane | Versa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
