2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 799 kg more than 2010 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Touareg | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2229 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
