1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 289 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic. 1999 Renault Scenic has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Scenic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Scenic | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Scenic | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |