2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. 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 43 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80. 2006 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
