2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 331 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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 Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2001 Audi Avantissimo has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi Avantissimo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Avantissimo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |
