2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2005 Ford Taurus and 2005 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 556 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Taurus (266 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
