2006 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (111 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (227 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
