1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 17 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 446 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Laguna | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Renault | Audi |
Model | Laguna | A8 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |