2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. 2008 Chevrolet Impala 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 Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Impala | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
