2011 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2011 Nissan Murano and 2011 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Murano | 2011 Renault Megane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Murano | Megane |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |