2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 2007 Renault Scenic II
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic II is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Scenic II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Scenic II (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic II should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 605 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2007 Renault Scenic II (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Scenic II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Seicento | 2007 Renault Scenic II | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | Scenic II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
