2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2006 Renault Laguna and 2006 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 176 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Laguna | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |