2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. Both 2009 Nissan Qashqai and 2012 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 112 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Qashqai | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
