2007 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic.
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 (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
