2006 Renault Scenic vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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 30 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Scenic weights approximately 455 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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 (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Scenic | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
