2009 Nissan Livina vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 1 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. Both 2009 Nissan Livina and 2008 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
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 Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Livina | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Livina | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
