2004 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (174 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 183 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
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 (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
