2001 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 651 kg more than 2001 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Megane | Murano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2824 mm |
