2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. 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 2007 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A6 | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |