2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Primera 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 98 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 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Primera | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Primera | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |