2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 306 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 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
