2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa.
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 Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Versa | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
