1998 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Volvo C30.
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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Grand Espace | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Espace | C30 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
