2003 Renault Scenic II vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2003 Renault Scenic II and 2003 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 142 kg more than 2003 Renault Scenic II. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Scenic II. 2003 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Scenic II has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Scenic II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Renault Scenic II | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Scenic II | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |