2005 Renault Scenic vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 710 kg more than 2005 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Scenic | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scenic | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
