2012 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2012 Renault Megane and 2012 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Scenic (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane.
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, 2012 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Megane | 2012 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
