2007 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2007 Renault Espace and 2007 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Espace | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
