1998 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2009 Renault Scenic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,849 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Renault Scenic. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Scenic weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2009 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Scenic |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |