1996 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A6 (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
