2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (183 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Grand Espace | A7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
