2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Laguna | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |