2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2003 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2003 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Commander | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
