2006 Renault Scenic vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX. 2002 Honda S-MX 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. 2002 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Scenic | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Scenic | S-MX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |