2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | RS6 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |
