1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Because 1999 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scenic | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
