2006 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 104 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
