2007 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 20 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Grand Scenic | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Grand Scenic | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |