2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 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 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 245 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 A8 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 A8 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 A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A8 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4179 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |