2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 1 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR3 | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | LR3 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
