1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 500 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 Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Silverado | Scenic |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |