2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic

To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Corvette and 2007 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (201 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Corvette 2007 Renault Grand Scenic
Make Chevrolet Renault
Model Corvette Grand Scenic
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5968 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 398 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 546 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 80.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 300 km/hour 172 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.1 seconds 14.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 60 L


 

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