2006 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Renault Scenic

To start off, both 2006 Honda Civic and 2006 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (132 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 Renault Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Civic 2006 Renault Scenic
Make Honda Renault
Model Civic Scenic
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1998 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 198 HP 132 HP
Torque 188 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1305 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.4 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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