2009 Nissan Altima vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 289 kg more than 2002 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Altima | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
