2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
