2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 126 kg more than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Impreza | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
