2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Micra 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 170 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 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Micra | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Micra | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |