2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 615 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.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Pilot | Scenic |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |