1996 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (105 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort.
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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic. 1999 Renault Scenic has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Scenic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
