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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 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 Audi A4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna. 2004 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A4 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 | 2967 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
