2007 Honda Element vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.
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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (101 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
