2006 Renault Scenic vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Sienna (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic.
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 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Sienna. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Sienna. 1999 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
