2005 Audi A2 vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Audi A2.
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, 2005 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A2 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
