1999 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 10 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace.
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, 1999 Renault Espace (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V70. 2009 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Espace | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Espace | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
