1999 Renault Scenic vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, both 1999 Renault Scenic and 1999 Acura EL were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 246 kg more than 1999 Acura EL.
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 Renault Scenic (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Scenic | 1999 Acura EL | |
Make | Renault | Acura |
Model | Scenic | EL |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2619 mm |