2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (241 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
