2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Renault Megane

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Renault Megane
Make Audi Renault
Model A4 Megane
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1894 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 1900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 191 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.5 seconds 11.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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