2006 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80.
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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Espace | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
