2001 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2001 Audi A3 and 2001 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. 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, 2001 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A3 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A3 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |