2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Laguna | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |