2005 Renault Scenic vs. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Scenic | 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Scenic | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
