1999 Audi A2 vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1999 Audi A2 and 1999 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
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, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane. 1999 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A2 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
