2006 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, both 2006 Renault Grand Scenic and 2006 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. 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 Renault Grand Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Grand Scenic | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
