1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 6 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
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, 1999 Renault Scenic (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Scenic | ION |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
