2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic

To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 769 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.

Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Lotus Elise 2006 Renault Grand Scenic
Make Lotus Renault
Model Elise Grand Scenic
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Roadster Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.3 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 211 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.3 seconds 12.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 881 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 32 L 60 L


 

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