2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Renault Espace

To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 223 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.

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, 2004 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace. 2004 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A6 2004 Renault Espace
Make Audi Renault
Model A6 Espace
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2696 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 179 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 230 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.1 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1625 kg 1848 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 83 L