2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is newer by 4 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 2,461 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (118 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
