2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2009 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2009 Renault Scenic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. Both 2005 Renault Grand Espace and 2009 Renault Scenic are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Renault 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, 2009 Renault Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 2009 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
