2009 Renault Scenic vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Renault Scenic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 462 kg more than 2009 Renault Scenic.
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, 2009 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Scenic | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Scenic | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |