2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2005 GMC Envoy 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 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (200 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Envoy | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2271 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
