2005 Renault Scenic vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2005 Renault Scenic and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 954 kg more than 2005 Renault 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 Multivan (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic. 2005 Renault Scenic has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Scenic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Scenic | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scenic | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2274 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
