2000 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 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 A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2480 mm |
