2007 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 786 kg more than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
