2007 Honda Pilot vs. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 2004 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Pilot | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
