1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 284 kg more than 2005 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | Megane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
