2003 Renault Scenic II vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Scenic II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Scenic II would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2003 Renault Scenic II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Scenic II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Scenic II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Scenic II | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Scenic II | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
