1999 Renault Scenic vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Scenic (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 489 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. 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 Renault Scenic (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Scenic | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Scenic | Vitara |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |