2007 Renault Scenic II vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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. Both 2007 Renault Scenic II and 2012 Volkswagen Touran are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Scenic II (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic II should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 4 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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic II. 2007 Renault Scenic II has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Scenic II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Scenic II | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Scenic II | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |