2009 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | R8 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
