2003 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 249 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
