2010 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 209 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger 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 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Grand 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, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ranger | 2012 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ranger | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5171 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3193 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
