2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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 Audi A3 (321 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A3 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |