2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2010 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1336 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.
Because 2011 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault 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 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 2010 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Yukon | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2551 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
