2006 Audi TT vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Audi TT 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 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 311 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | TT | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
