2004 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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 A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
