2006 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (226 Nm). This means 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
