2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Scenic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 297 kg more than 2011 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Legacy | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
