2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Audi A5.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Grand Espace | A5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |
