2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 3 and 2007 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3.
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, 2007 Renault Scenic (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2007 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
