2008 Renault Scenic vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Scenic | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Scenic | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
