2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
