2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 Volvo S60 and 2007 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (149 HP @ 4000 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 316 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo S60 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Volvo | Renault |
Model | S60 | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2520 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1534 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |