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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (108 HP @ 5250 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 304 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (105 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 | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2074 kg | 1770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
