2007 Renault Scenic vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Scenic | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scenic | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
