2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A4 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |