2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic

To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 990 kg more than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Ford Expedition 2010 Renault Grand Scenic
Make Ford Renault
Model Expedition Grand Scenic
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 494 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2502 kg 1512 kg
Vehicle Length 5245 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 2002 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1961 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 3023 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 60 L