2003 Renault Scenic II vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Scenic II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Scenic II would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Renault Scenic II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Scenic II. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Scenic II has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Scenic II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Scenic II | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Scenic II | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
