2008 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 135 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Scenic | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
