1996 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Megane | A8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
