2004 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Renault Grand 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 Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Grand 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 Grand Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
