2009 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2009 Opel Astra 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. Both 2009 Opel Astra and 2009 Renault Scenic are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Renault Scenic. 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 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Astra | 2009 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
