2005 Audi A8 vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
