2001 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2001 Audi A4 and 2001 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 367 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. 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, 2001 Renault Grand Espace (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A4 | 2001 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A4 | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |