1993 Renault Express vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 717 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Express | S60 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
