2003 Honda Insight vs. 2003 Renault Scenic II
To start off, both 2003 Honda Insight 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Scenic II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Scenic II (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Scenic II should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. 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 Renault Scenic II (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Scenic II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Insight | 2003 Renault Scenic II | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Insight | Scenic II |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |