1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 73 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.
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 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Scenic | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
