2000 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Scenic (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Scenic weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Renault Scenic (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2006 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Scenic |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |