2006 Nissan Armada vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
