2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 232 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Renault Grand Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
