2007 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Espace | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2912 mm |
