1999 Renault Scenic vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Scenic (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 625 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Renault Scenic (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scenic | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
