2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Scenic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Scenic (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Renault Scenic.
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, 2011 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
