2005 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carens 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. 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 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carens | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
