2005 Renault Scenic vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Scenic | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Scenic | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
