2003 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Scenic | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |
