1996 Audi S6 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S6 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
