2003 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. 2003 Renault Grand Scenic has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
