2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra.
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 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Astra | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |