2005 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Renault Scenic II
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Scenic II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Scenic II would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 43 kg more than 2003 Renault Scenic II. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Scenic II.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2003 Renault Scenic II | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Scenic II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |