2000 Nissan Stagea vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Nissan Stagea.
Because 2000 Nissan Stagea is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Stagea. 2000 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Stagea | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Stagea | Scenic |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |