2006 Renault Laguna vs. 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet.
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 (321 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
