2012 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2012 Chrysler 300 and 2012 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2012 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 599 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 2012 Chrysler 300 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 2012 Chrysler 300. 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Scenic. 2012 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | 300 | Scenic |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |