2005 Fiat Albea vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2008 Renault Scenic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Scenic (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Albea. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Fiat Albea. 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, 2008 Renault Scenic (201 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Albea | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Albea | Scenic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |