2003 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2003 Renault Grand Scenic and 2003 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Scenic (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2003 Renault Grand Scenic (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2003 Renault Grand Scenic has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Grand Scenic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Scenic | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
