2008 Renault Scenic vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Renault Scenic and 2008 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic. 2008 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Scenic | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Scenic | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
