2001 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 270 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 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2001 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
