2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Titan | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
