2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Almera and 2006 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 447 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Almera | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
