1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2000 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Outback weights approximately 5 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, 1999 Renault Scenic (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Scenic | Outback |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
