1996 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 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 Q5 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 Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 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 Q5 | |
Make | Renault | Audi |
Model | Megane | Q5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |