2007 Renault Scenic vs. 2005 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Scenic (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. 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 Scenic (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Scenic | 2005 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Scenic | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
