2007 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Matrix 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Matrix (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Matrix should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 172 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Matrix.
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 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Matrix | 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Matrix | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
