2008 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 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, 2008 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
