2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2009 Renault Scenic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Scenic weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2009 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
