2006 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Megane | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
