2003 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Scenic (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic weights approximately 339 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. 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 (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Civic | 2007 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
