2007 Renault Scenic vs. 2010 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Volvo C70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C70 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2007 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, 2010 Volvo C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic. 2010 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Scenic | 2010 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Scenic | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
