2010 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 310 kg more than 2012 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Espace | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Espace | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
