2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2005 Renault Laguna and 2005 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Renault Laguna (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 2005 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Renault Laguna | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |