2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 925 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 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 A6 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 A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.3 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 | 1890 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
