2003 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 3 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja 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 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Baja |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
