2006 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 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 3,188 cc, 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
