2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (130 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 111 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
