2007 Renault Scenic vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 880 kg more than 2007 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic. (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Scenic | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Scenic | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
