2009 Nissan Versa vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 322 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Renault Megane (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Versa | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
