2007 Renault Scenic vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Scenic | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Scenic | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
