2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, 2010 Audi S3 is newer by 9 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, 2010 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Audi S3.
Because 2010 Audi S3 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, 2010 Audi S3 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, 2010 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 2010 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Laguna | S3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
