2009 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 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 2005 Volvo XC90. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2009 Renault Espace.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Espace | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Espace | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2435 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
