1999 Renault Scenic vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 825 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.
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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Scenic | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Scenic | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |