2000 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2000 Audi S8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 465 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 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S8 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | S8 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 153 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |