1998 Nissan Presea vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Renault Scenic (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Presea | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Presea | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
