2004 Renault Scenic II vs. 2004 Scion tC
To start off, both 2004 Renault Scenic II and 2004 Scion tC were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Scenic II (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Scion tC. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Scenic II should accelerate faster than 2004 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Scion tC. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Scion tC. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Scenic II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Scenic II | 2004 Scion tC | |
Make | Renault | Scion |
Model | Scenic II | tC |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |