2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Micra and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 877 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. 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, 2005 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Micra | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Micra | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1920 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |