1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 15 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, 1999 Renault Scenic (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Prius |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
