2005 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 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 385 kg more than 2000 Rover 45.
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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Grand Scenic | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
