2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 245 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.
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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
