1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 381 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (148 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Pod |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
