2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Renault Scenic

To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 Renault Scenic
Make Audi Renault
Model A6 Scenic
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.3 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 207 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 10.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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