2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 852 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg 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 Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
