2006 Nissan Altima vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Altima 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 109 kg more than 2006 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Altima | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Altima | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |