2007 Renault Scenic II vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Renault Scenic II and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Renault Scenic II. 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Scenic II | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Scenic II | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |