2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2008 Honda FR-V and 2008 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Scenic (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V. 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, 2008 Renault Scenic (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | FR-V | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
