2000 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6. 2003 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
