2007 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (201 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
