2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 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 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A6 | Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |