1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (105 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic. 1999 Renault Scenic has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Scenic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Scenic |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |