2006 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Grand Scenic | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
