2006 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S4 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
