2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2003 Renault Scenic II

To start off, both 2003 Ford F-250 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1030 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.

Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Scenic II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Scenic II. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Scenic II has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Scenic II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford F-250 2003 Renault Scenic II
Make Ford Renault
Model F-250 Scenic II
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5407 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 256 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 474 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2350 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2670 mm


 

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