2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2005 Renault Laguna and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 247 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Renault Laguna | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |