2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 780 kg more than 1999 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
