2010 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2010 Renault Espace and 2010 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 364 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30. 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (270 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30. 2010 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Espace | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Espace | C30 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
