2002 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (184 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
