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 14 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 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 120 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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 2188 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 162 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.3 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 225 km/hour 212 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 10 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L