2011 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2011 Renault Grand Scenic and 2011 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 499 kg more than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2011 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Grand Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Grand Scenic | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
