2011 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 309 kg more than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Grand Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Renault Grand Scenic | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Scenic | Sienna |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |