2011 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 161 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. 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 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Boxster | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1351 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4371 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1293 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
