2006 Renault Scenic vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Scenic (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Scenic weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
