2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 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 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 94 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 482 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 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.
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2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A6 | Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |