2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (152 Nm). This means 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
