2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 237 kg more than 2007 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Espace | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
