2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 786 kg more than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest 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 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Quest | Grand Scenic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |