2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 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 335 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (285 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80. 2005 Volvo S80 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. 2005 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Espace | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
