1995 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 16 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Espace | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
