2007 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 5 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, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
