2009 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2009 Honda Civic and 2009 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 383 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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 Renault Grand Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2009 Renault Grand Scenic | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Grand Scenic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |