2010 Renault Scenic vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 575 kg more than 2010 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Renault Scenic | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Scenic | Highlander |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |