1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 8 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), 2007 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 1999 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic will offer significantly more control. 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 (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Scenic | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
