2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Scenic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Renault Scenic. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 960 kg more than 2010 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Touareg | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
