2007 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Renault Grand Scenic and 2007 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 356 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (201 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Grand Scenic | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Scenic | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |