2008 Renault Scenic vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2008 Renault Scenic and 2008 Skoda Fabia 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 98 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 341 kg more than 2008 Skoda Fabia. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Scenic | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Scenic | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 15.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
