2004 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 624 kg more than 2006 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2006 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | MDX | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
