1998 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2012 Renault Scenic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | RAV4 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
