2005 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sedona 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 528 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.
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) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sedona | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
