2000 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2012 Renault Scenic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Prelude weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Renault Scenic.
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, 2012 Renault Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Prelude | 2012 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | Scenic |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |