2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 198 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Laguna | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Passat |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |