2011 Volvo V70 vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 172 kg more than 2011 Volvo V70.
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, 2011 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo V70 | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | V70 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
