2008 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 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 2,976 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2945 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
