2004 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 205 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.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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 A6 (370 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
