2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 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 Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Sentra | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sentra | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
