2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra.
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, 2006 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 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 Length | 3720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
