2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic

To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 and 2004 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (161 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Audi A8.

Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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, 2004 Audi A8 (360 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. 2004 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 Audi A8 2004 Renault Grand Scenic
Make Audi Renault
Model A8 Grand Scenic
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3697 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 105 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.7 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 60 L