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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 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 420 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 (320 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.

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 2983 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 270 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1795 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 68 L


 

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