1995 Nissan President vs. 2006 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan President weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan President 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 1995 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault 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, 1995 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan President | 2006 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | President | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2690 mm |
