2007 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
