2010 Renault Scenic vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 3 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 359 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, 2013 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Scenic | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | Scenic | TSX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
