2008 Renault Scenic vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Renault Scenic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Scenic | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Scenic | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
