2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2004 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Renault Espace | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A4 | Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |