2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 625 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2008 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CR-V | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
