2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express and 2009 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2009 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Scenic. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
