2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60. 2002 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Espace | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
