2004 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Volvo V70.
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, 2001 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Scenic | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Scenic | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
