2011 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 Renault Scenic

To start off, 2012 Renault Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1527 kg more than 2012 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Lincoln Navigator 2012 Renault Scenic
Make Lincoln Renault
Model Navigator Scenic
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 1996 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 Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2742 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 5672 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1984 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1984 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 3327 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 127 L 60 L


 

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