2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Megane weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 15.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
