1998 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 291 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2009 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
