2006 Audi TT vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 3 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 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 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | TT | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
