2006 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Scenic | GTI |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
