2001 Volvo V70 vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Scenic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 369 kg more than 2011 Renault Scenic. 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volvo V70 | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | V70 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
