2004 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Scenic | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Grand Scenic | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
