2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 5 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna.
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, 2011 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna. 2011 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Laguna | 2011 Opel Astra | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | Laguna | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |