2008 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 2 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 160 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 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
