2003 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1226 kg more than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Grand Scenic | 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | Renault | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Grand Scenic | Corniche |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |