2005 Renault Scenic vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2004 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Scenic | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Scenic | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
