1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Scenic (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Because 1999 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
