1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (470 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (105 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Supra weights approximately 326 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Supra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1681 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
