2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2007 Renault Scenic

To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Terracan and 2007 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 765 kg more than 2007 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic. 2007 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Hyundai Terracan 2007 Renault Scenic
Make Hyundai Renault
Model Terracan Scenic
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 191 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 181 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.7 seconds 12.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2160 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.3 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 60 L


 

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