2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2010 Audi Q5 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. 2010 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Laguna | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
