2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 630 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.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A8 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4134 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |