1997 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Renault Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Civic | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Scenic |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |