2005 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
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, 2003 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
