2004 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX 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 400 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Scenic | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Scenic | RunX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
