2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 294 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2007 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan X-Trail | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | X-Trail | Megane |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |