2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 263 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Pathfinder | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |