1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 1999 GMC Suburban 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 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 590 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 GMC Suburban 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 GMC Suburban. 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 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (203 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic. 1999 GMC Suburban 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 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2680 mm |
