2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc, 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
