2010 Renault Scenic 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 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Scenic (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Renault Scenic. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Scenic weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Renault Scenic.
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 Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Scenic | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Scenic | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
