2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1991 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Scenic (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1991 Renault Scenic.
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, 1991 Renault Scenic (170 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm). This means 1991 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1991 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Brilliance | Renault |
| Model | BS4 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 115 L |
