2005 Renault Scenic vs. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi RVR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Scenic | 2012 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Scenic | RVR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
