2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 172 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
