2007 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2005 Renault Grand Espace
Make Audi Renault
Model A6 Grand Espace
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.7 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 209 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 13.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 7.1 L/100km


 

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