1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (105 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 386 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.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Scenic | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
