1999 Honda Today vs. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 990 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 2004 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Today | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
