2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ikon and 2008 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 402 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon. 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, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 2008 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ikon | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
