2007 Renault Scenic II vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Scenic II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Scenic II would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Renault Scenic II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Scenic II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Scenic II | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Scenic II | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
