2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic

To start off, both 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.

Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche 911 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
Make Porsche Renault
Model 911 Grand Scenic
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 377 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 385 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.4 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.7:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 306 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.5 seconds 12.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 89 L 60 L


 

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