1999 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 550 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 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (147 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Megane | A4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
