2005 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2005 Renault Grand Scenic and 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,461 cc, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.
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 Volkswagen Caravelle (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 18.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
