2005 Renault Espace vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 262 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40.
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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Espace. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Espace | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Espace | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |