2006 Renault Scenic vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Scenic weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 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 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Venturi |
| Model | Scenic | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
