1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | GTI |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
