2008 Renault Scenic vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, both 2008 Renault Scenic and 2008 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (201 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic. 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Scenic | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Scenic | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |