2007 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 45 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (201 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
