2008 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 317 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Scenic | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
