1999 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
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 A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 149 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
