1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 14 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1023 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.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Scenic | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
