2008 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Renault Grand Scenic and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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2008 Renault Grand Scenic | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Scenic | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |