2006 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT 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 TT 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 TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT 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 TT | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Megane | TT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
