2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Murano | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
