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 1,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.

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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 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 Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 0 HP
Torque 280 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 227 km/hour 198 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.4 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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