2009 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 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 506 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 1999 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Grand Scenic | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Venturi |
| Model | Grand Scenic | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |
