2006 Renault Scenic vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Scenic weights approximately 154 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Scenic | Forte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
