2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 614 kg more than 2001 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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Laguna | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Caddy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |