2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 120 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 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Laguna | A3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
