2008 Renault Scenic vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Renault Scenic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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 (201 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Renault Scenic | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Scenic | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |