2005 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, both 2005 Renault Grand Scenic and 2005 Scion xA were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 784 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. 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 Scion xA (142 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Renault | Scion |
| Model | Grand Scenic | xA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
