2003 Renault Scenic II vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Reno 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Reno (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Scenic II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno. 2005 Suzuki Reno has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Scenic II has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Scenic II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Suzuki Reno will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Scenic II | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Scenic II | Reno |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |