2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Primera 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 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. 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 Nissan Primera (314 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2182 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.6 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 | 1499 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
