2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 79 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna.
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 @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Laguna | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12.4 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 | 1398 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |