2003 Renault Scenic II vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Scenic II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Scenic II would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 80 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 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Scenic II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Scenic II | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Scenic II | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
