2006 Renault Scenic I Expression 1.6 vs. 2006 Renault Scenic 1.5 dCi Authentique
To start off, both 2006 Renault Scenic I Expression 1.6 and 2006 Renault Scenic 1.5 dCi Authentique were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Scenic I Expression 1.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Scenic I Expression 1.6 (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic 1.5 dCi Authentique. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Scenic I Expression 1.6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic 1.5 dCi Authentique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Scenic 1.5 dCi Authentique weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Renault Scenic I Expression 1.6.
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 1.5 dCi Authentique (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic I Expression 1.6. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Scenic 1.5 dCi Authentique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic I Expression 1.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic I Expression 1.6 | 2006 Renault Scenic 1.5 dCi Authentique | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Scenic | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 14.1 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 | 1395 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
