1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 13 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), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Scenic | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
