2004 Renault Scenic vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Renault Scenic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Renault Scenic. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Renault Scenic. 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, 1997 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Scenic. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Scenic | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
