2005 Renault Scenic vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 106 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2005 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Scenic | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scenic | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
