2005 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2005 Renault Grand Scenic and 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 53 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 514 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis (171 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 171 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
