2007 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2007 Renault Espace and 2007 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 218 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
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, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Espace | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Espace | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |