2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra.
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, 2012 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra. 2012 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Opel Vectra | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Vectra | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |