2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 977 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
