2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
