2007 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2007 Renault Grand Scenic and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
