2006 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 121 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
