2011 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2011 Lexus IS 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Renault Scenic. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 247 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.
Because 2011 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus IS | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | IS | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
