2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Nitro and 2009 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 476 kg more than 2009 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Nitro | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
