2001 Mazda MPV vs. 2012 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2012 Renault Scenic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Scenic (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MPV weights approximately 350 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 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MPV | 2012 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | MPV | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
