2007 Renault Scenic vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
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 Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica.
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, 1998 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Celica 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 Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
