2005 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H 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 140 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
