2007 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
