2006 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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, 2006 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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 A4 (226 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A4 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |