1999 Holden Astra vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 1999 Holden Astra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra.
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 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
