2010 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2011 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 927 kg more than 2011 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Acadia | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Acadia | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
