2006 Renault Scenic vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Scenic weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic. 2012 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
