2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 4 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Laguna | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | GTI |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4211 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |