2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2007 Renault Scenic II
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Micra and 2007 Renault Scenic II were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Scenic II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Scenic II (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic II should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. 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, 2007 Renault Scenic II (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Scenic II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra. 2007 Renault Scenic II has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Scenic II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 2007 Renault Scenic II | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | Scenic II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1384 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
