2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
