2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier

To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Nissan Frontier were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 534 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier.

Because 2005 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier 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 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier. 2005 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Renault Megane 2005 Nissan Frontier
Make Renault Nissan
Model Megane Frontier
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1869 cc 2393 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1920 kg 1386 kg
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2660 mm


 

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