2005 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 395 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
