2004 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Renault Scenic II
To start off, both 2004 Ford Ka and 2004 Renault Scenic II were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Scenic II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Scenic II (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Scenic II should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 406 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka. 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, 2004 Renault Scenic II (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Scenic II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 2004 Renault Scenic II | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ka | Scenic II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
