2003 Mazda 2 vs. 2003 Renault Scenic II
To start off, both 2003 Mazda 2 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Scenic II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Scenic II (118 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Scenic II should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. 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 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Scenic II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 2003 Renault Scenic II | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 2 | Scenic II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
