2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Laguna.
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 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
