1995 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 577 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50. 1995 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Espace | V50 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
