2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.

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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Renault Grand Espace
Make Audi Renault
Model A4 Grand Espace
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 148 HP
Torque 330 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 16.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 10.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 83 L