2008 Renault Scenic vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1147 kg more than 2008 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Scenic | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Scenic | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 129 L |
