2004 Renault Scenic vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Renault Scenic. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Scenic weights approximately 349 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Scenic. (105 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Scenic | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 79 L |
