2011 Chevrolet Volt vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Volt 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Volt (149 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Renault Scenic. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Volt should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Volt weights approximately 395 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 Chevrolet Volt (370 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Volt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Volt | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Volt | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4498 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
