2003 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Megane | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
