2009 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2009 Honda Civic and 2009 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Scenic (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Scenic weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Renault Scenic (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2009 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
