2005 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 537 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
