1997 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 66 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
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 T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Laguna | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | T5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
