1996 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1996 Audi A3 and 1996 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 162 kg more than 1996 Audi A3.
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, 1996 Audi A3 (136 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (107 Nm). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
