2004 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna

To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,784 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Audi A4 (235 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2000 Renault Laguna
Make Audi Renault
Model A4 Laguna
Year Released 2004 2000
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1784 cc 1783 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 174 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.8 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 11.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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