2006 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2006 Renault Grand Scenic and 2006 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION 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 250 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION.
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 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION 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 | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Renault | Saturn |
Model | Grand Scenic | ION |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |