2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 3 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 914 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Multivan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |