2005 Peugeot 406 vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 406 and 2005 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 406.
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 Renault Scenic (203 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 406 | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 406 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
