2005 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2003 Toyota Solara

To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara 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 255 kg more than 2003 Toyota Solara.

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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Solara.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Renault Grand Scenic 2003 Toyota Solara
Make Renault Toyota
Model Grand Scenic Solara
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1870 cc 2437 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.3:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2680 mm


 

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