1997 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Audi A4.
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, 1997 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
