2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Hardbody and 2007 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 234 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Hardbody | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
