2009 Renault Espace vs. 2000 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Volvo S80. 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, 2009 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Espace | 2000 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Espace | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
