1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Laguna | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Golf |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |