1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 5 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 260 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | Scenic | 9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
