2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. 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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A3 | Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |