2006 Renault Scenic vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Scenic (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2006 Renault Scenic.
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, 2004 Volvo S80 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Scenic | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
