Mercedes B class 2018 vs Renault Scenic 2018
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.3 Petrol | 1.3 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 109 HP | 160 HP | |
| Torque: | 180 NM | 260 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.3 seconds | 10 seconds | |
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Renault Scenic is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes B class engine produces 51 HP less power than Renault Scenic, whereas torque is 80 NM less than Renault Scenic. Due to the lower power, Mercedes B class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 6.0 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 litres | 52 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 104 mm (4.1 inches) | 170 mm (6.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Renault Scenic can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Renault Scenic version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 9 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes A klase, Mercedes CLA, Mercedes GLA | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Renault Megane, Dacia Duster, Dacia Dokker | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Scenic might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Renault Scenic engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Renault Scenic 2018 1.3 engine: The engine is reliable. However, in the event of problems, getting spare parts and repairs can be difficult. Fuel consumption is reasonable, and the engine is not too demanding on fuel quality. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.42 m | 4.41 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.87 m | |
| Height: | 1.56 m | 1.65 m | |
| Mercedes B class is 1 cm longer than the Renault Scenic, 7 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes B class is 9 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 455 litres | 572 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1540 litres | 1554 litres | |
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Renault Scenic has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Mercedes B class uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Renault Scenic (by 14 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.2 meters | |
| Gross weight: | 1`935 kg | 2`023 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`310 kg | 1`533 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 625 kg | 490 kg | |
| Mercedes B class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 22 procentiem more than Renault Scenic. Therefore, Mercedes B class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | average | |
| Mercedes B class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Renault Scenic has serious deffects in 135 percent more cases than Mercedes B class, so Mercedes B class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 16 000 | 8400 | |
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