2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic

To start off, both 2004 Porsche 911 and 2004 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (161 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.

Because 2004 Porsche 911 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Porsche 911 2004 Renault Grand Scenic
Make Porsche Renault
Model 911 Grand Scenic
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 377 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 385 Nm 105 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 89 L 60 L


 

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