1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2005 Renault Scenic

To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. Both 1996 Fiat Coupe and 2005 Renault Scenic are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.

Because 2005 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Coupe 2005 Renault Scenic
Make Fiat Renault
Model Coupe Scenic
Year Released 1996 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 216 HP 137 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.7 mm 93 mm
Top Speed 250 km/hour 178 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.5 seconds 12.2 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 60 L


 

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