2004 Renault Scenic vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Renault Scenic. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Scenic weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Rover 45.
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 (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Scenic | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Scenic | 45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
