2006 Nissan Micra vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 203 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra.
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 Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1384 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
