2007 Renault Scenic vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 66 kg more than 2007 Renault Scenic. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Scenic | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Scenic | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
