1999 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Audi A6.
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, 2004 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A6. 2004 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
