2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Audi A3.
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, 2004 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3. 2004 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
