2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 245 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 A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
