2006 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
