2004 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 299 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A4 | Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |