2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna. 2002 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Laguna | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |