2012 Renault Trafic vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Renault Trafic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
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, 2012 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70. 2013 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Trafic | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Trafic | C70 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
