2006 Renault Scenic vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
