2006 Renault Scenic vs. 2002 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Scenic (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Rover 25. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Scenic weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic | 2002 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Scenic | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
