2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Quest | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
