2006 Renault Scenic vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2006 Renault Scenic and 2006 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (138 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (132 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic. 2006 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Scenic | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
