2006 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2006 Renault Grand Scenic and 2006 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 486 kg more than 2006 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
