2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2010 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2010 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 342 kg more than 2010 Renault Scenic. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Scenic. 2010 Renault Scenic has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Scenic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2010 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Tiguan | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
