2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 5 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 759 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 18.4 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 | 1460 kg | 2219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
