2006 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 338 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
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, 2004 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
