2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna

To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 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 A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 124 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2004 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 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 A4 2004 Renault Laguna
Make Audi Renault
Model A4 Laguna
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 2188 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 226 km/hour 212 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.7 seconds 10 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1476 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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