2007 Renault Scenic vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic weights approximately 52 kg more than 2000 Saturn L.
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, 2000 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Scenic | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Scenic | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
