2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 8 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (185 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Espace | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
