2005 Renault Scenic vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Scenic (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 680 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Scenic | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | iQ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |
