2007 Renault Scenic vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Scenic (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Scenic | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
