2007 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 12.8 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 | 1209 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 | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
