2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 183 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
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 T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Laguna | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | T5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |