2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Renault Scenic II

To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GT and 2003 Renault Scenic II were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Renault Scenic II. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Scenic II.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo GT 2003 Renault Scenic II
Make Alfa Romeo Renault
Model GT Scenic II
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 162 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 18.8:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.7 seconds 15.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 6.8 L/100km 4.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.3 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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