2006 Renault Scenic vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45. 2000 Rover 45 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. 2000 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Scenic | 45 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
