2006 Renault Scenic vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2007 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 Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scenic | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
