2010 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic

To start off, both 2010 Kia Sportage and 2010 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 47 kg more than 2010 Kia Sportage.

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, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sportage.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Kia Sportage 2010 Renault Grand Scenic
Make Kia Renault
Model Sportage Grand Scenic
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 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 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1512 kg
Vehicle Length 4351 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1801 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1694 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2629 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 60 L


 

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