2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 7 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), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 514 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
