2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna

To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. 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 A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (147 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A6 2001 Renault Laguna
Make Audi Renault
Model A6 Laguna
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2974 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 216 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 38 L


 

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