2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A3 | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |