2008 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Renault Grand Scenic and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 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 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Scenic | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Grand Scenic | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
