2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Accent 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2008 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic 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, 2008 Renault Scenic (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
