2006 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 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 2007 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 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A3 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |