2012 Volvo C30 vs. 2012 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2012 Volvo C30 and 2012 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Espace weights approximately 364 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C30. 2012 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2012 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2012 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo C30 | 2012 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | C30 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4252 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
