1999 Renault Espace vs. 2000 Volvo S70
To start off, 2000 Volvo S70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 68 kg more than 2000 Volvo S70.
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, 2000 Volvo S70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Espace | 2000 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Espace | S70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
