2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 198 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. 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 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Grand Espace | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Grand Espace | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |