1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Renault Megane

To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi A4 1999 Renault Megane
Make Audi Renault
Model A4 Megane
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 248 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 190 km/hour 181 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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