2005 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 544 kg more than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Scenic | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |