2002 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (200 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 236 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60.
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, 2011 Volvo S60 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Espace | S60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2776 mm |
