2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 9 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Laguna | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Laguna | TT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
