2007 Renault Scenic vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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, 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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, 2007 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Scenic | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Scenic | Forenza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |