2004 Renault Scenic vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (200 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Renault Scenic. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Scenic weights approximately 169 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2004 Renault Scenic (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Scenic | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scenic | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1221 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
