2011 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 398 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 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Impala | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | 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 | 1613 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
