2010 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Malibu and 2010 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 107 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (214 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Renault Grand Scenic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Malibu | Grand Scenic |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |