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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (118 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (109 HP) 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 Nissan Almera weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane.
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 (270 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera. 2006 Nissan Almera has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Almera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Almera | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1870 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
