2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.
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, 2005 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.5 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 | 1315 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
