2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 5 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 904 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 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
