2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Colorado and 2008 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Colorado | Scenic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |