2005 Renault Scenic vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Scenic | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scenic | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
