2007 Renault Scenic vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Scenic | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Scenic | Caldina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |