2005 Nissan Pickup vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pickup | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pickup | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
