2005 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
