1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1999 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 146 | Scenic |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |