2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Equinox and 2011 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Renault Scenic. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 484 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, 2011 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Equinox | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
