2007 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (201 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 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 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Scenic | i20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
