2005 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4.
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, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
