2007 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 303 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 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain 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 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Renault | GMC |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
