2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
