2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 465 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
