2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 228 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |