2006 Renault Scenic vs. 2006 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2006 Renault Scenic and 2006 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Renault Scenic 2006 Porsche 911
Make Renault Porsche
Model Scenic 911
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1598 cc 3824 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 111 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 82.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 185 km/hour 293 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.5 seconds 4.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 2090 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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