2000 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. 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 79 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S8 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
