2002 Honda City vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 714 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | City | Grand Scenic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |