2005 Renault Scenic vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (203 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic. 2007 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Scenic | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Scenic | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
