2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 844 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
