1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira 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. Both 1999 Renault Scenic and 2000 Vauxhall Zafira are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Scenic (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 67 kg more than 1999 Renault Scenic.
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, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2000 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Scenic | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
