2008 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 463 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
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, 2008 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30. 2008 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Espace | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Espace | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
