2000 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Grand Espace | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Espace | S40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
