2000 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Audi A4 (200 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
