2006 Nissan Altima vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (260 HP) has 186 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 219 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. 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 Nissan Altima (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Altima | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Altima | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
