1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 416 kg more than 2005 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Odyssey | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
