1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (105 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 129 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Scenic | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
