2004 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Renault Scenic (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
