2011 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 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, 2011 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Acura TSX | 2010 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TSX | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4714 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
