2007 Renault Scenic II vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Scenic II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Scenic II would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Scenic II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Scenic II (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic II should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 101 kg more than 2007 Renault Scenic II.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scenic II | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
