2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 280 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.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | X-Trail | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |