1996 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Renault Scenic II
To start off, 2003 Renault Scenic II is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.
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, 2003 Renault Scenic II (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Scenic II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2003 Renault Scenic II | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Scenic II |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |